Benchmarks 1 & 2
How many categories of selectivity are there?
6
Complete the term: “School to _________ Pipeline"
Prison
What do you call a university that is largely government funded?
Public
True or false: Grants are always free money.
False
True or false: You can use your personal statement for any application that requires one, whether for university, work, or scholarships.
True
What do you need in order to find out your selectivity level?
GPA & SAT
Where do the taxes for public schools come from?
Property
What do you call a university that is outside of your state of residence?
Out-of-state
True or false: Loans have to be paid back within 6 months.
False
What is the application called that most universities use?
The Common Application
Which of the following is a vocation?
A. College degree
B. Trade
C. Military branch
D. Unemployment
B. Trade
What is the term for when school policies predispose students from poor backgrounds to end up in prison?
School to Prison Pipeline
What do you call a university that is paid for by donations and tuition?
Private
What document will you need to complete your FAFSA in October?
Parent 1040 Taxes & W-2
How many basic categories of matches with universities are there?
3: Over/Match/Under
If Julia Junior has a GPA of 2.75, what is the minimum SAT she needs to be “Selective/Very Selective”?
980
Write ONE difference between high school and college. Phrase it as something that happens in college that does not happen in high school.
Ex: You may be mandated to live in a dormitory for your first year.
Points depend on answer.
What do you call your primary field of study at a university?
Major
What is one type of government loan that you are never recommended to accept?
Parent PLUS Loan
Low acceptance rates mean that a school sends out more __________ to potential students.
Rejections
Julia’s SAT score is 900. What GPA does she need to be “Selective/Very Selective”?
3.0
Which of the following is not true about college?
A. You have to pay for a class if you fail it.
B. Your grades are always updated in a timely manner.
C. You can choose your own schedule.
D. You may have tutoring with a teacher’s assistant.
B. Your grades are always updated in a timely manner.
Which of the following options describes a school that is large, government funded and in Illinois?
A. Private in-state school
B. Public in-state school
C. Private out-of-state school
D. Public out-of-state school
B. Public in-state school
Your out-of-pocket cost should be less than what amount?
$4,000
Counselors across the United States recommend you apply to how many colleges?
7-10